Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Crafting
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Donna LaBeaume

19001 CR 371 Rio Medina,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record in fostering student success in reading and math at Southwest ISD and Medina Valley ISD. Recognized for interactive learning and positive reinforcement techniques, including a national accolade as 1st runner-up for Teacher of The Year by Toyota. Expert in phonic skills, significantly enhancing student reading capabilities.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

VIrtual Reading Teacher/1st Grade Teacher

Southwest ISD
09.2012 - 06.2024

Virtual Reading Teacher was a program that evolved students and parents coming to school together to learn how to teach each other. It was a program that taught me leadership and family skills. Next, I was a 1st grade teacher that

  • Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.

1st Grade Teacher

Medina Valley ISD
08.1999 - 05.2006

While teaching in MVISD, I was a 1st grade teacher. I also

  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.

Teacher/SFA Coach

Southside ISD
08.1994 - 05.1999

While teaching at SSISD, I taught, 1st grade, Kindergarten and was the Success for All Reading Coach. I was in charge of testing students in all grade levels and placing them in the appropriate reading level class. I was successful in heading the positive climate committee.

  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northeastern Oklahoma University
Tahlequah, OK
12.1983

Associate of Arts - Business

Connors State College
Warner, OK
05.1980

High School Diploma -

Morris High School
Morris, OK
05.1978

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Active Listening

Accomplishments

I have been blessed to be involved in many different phonic and reading programs. I was selected at Toyota's 1st Runner Up Teacher of the year in 2015. I feel I have gift of being a good listener and helping people feel better about themselves.

Crafting

I love to make cards and seasonal projects.  Craft is fun to incorporate into my classroom.  Students feel successful and proud when they complete a craft project. 

Timeline

VIrtual Reading Teacher/1st Grade Teacher

Southwest ISD
09.2012 - 06.2024

1st Grade Teacher

Medina Valley ISD
08.1999 - 05.2006

Teacher/SFA Coach

Southside ISD
08.1994 - 05.1999

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northeastern Oklahoma University

Associate of Arts - Business

Connors State College

High School Diploma -

Morris High School
Donna LaBeaume